Colorectal cancer is a silent threat most of the time, starting right inside one's colon. The good news is that in its earliest stages, it looks nothing like cancer at all. To the trained surgeon/doc ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it’s a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind you.

A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal ...

Learn how stool appearance can signal colon cancer. Recognize signs like ribbon-like and pebble-shaped stools, and understand when to seek medical advice.

Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States, and as the years pass, it’s clear that the degree of people under 50 that are being diagnosed with the ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m due for my first colonoscopy, and I understand that the physician will be looking for polyps. What are they? Should I be worried if they find some? ANSWER: Good for you for ...

According to the National Cancer Institute, colorectal polyps are common in adults ages over 50 years. Most polyps are not cancerous, but some types may have a higher risk of becoming cancerous, so ...

Colon cancer is on the rise in younger people, which is why testing guidelines recommend testing starting at 45 for those at average risk. To stop colon cancer, it’s important to know when and how to ...

New research suggests that biological age — a measure of the body’s physiological state — could predict who is at higher risk for developing colon polyps, a key risk factor for colorectal cancer. For ...

For the majority of patients with large or difficult to remove colorectal polyps (growths in the colon), the incidence of cancer is actually lower than previously thought, and using more advanced ...

Cold endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) showed a superior safety profile over traditional hot EMR for large nonpedunculated colorectal polyps measuring ≥ 20 mm, with significantly lower risks of ...

Colorectal cancer can cause bleeding from polyps in the digestive tract. This can lead to iron deficiency anemia. Oral and intravenous iron may help, but there may be some risks. Persistent bleeding ...